17316 Velankanni - Vasco-Da-Gama Weekly Express
Train Information
| Train number | 17316 |
|---|---|
| Train name | Velankanni - Vasco-Da-Gama Weekly Express |
| Train type | MAIL EXPRESS |
| Source station | VELLANKANNI (VLNK) |
| Departure | 23:55 · Day 1 |
| Destination station | VASCO DA GAMA (VSG) |
| Arrival | 02:50 · Day 3 |
| Total distance | 1,265 km |
| Journey duration | 26 hours 55 minutes |
| Scheduled stations | 28 |
| Intermediate stops | 26 |
| Railway zone | Southern Railway (SR) |
| Division | Tiruchchirappalli (TPJ) |
| Running days | Tuesday |
| Travel classes | 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN |
Train 17316 Velankanni - Vasco-Da-Gama Weekly Express is a MAIL EXPRESS type train operated by Indian Railways. It departs from VELLANKANNI at 11:55 PM. It arrives at its destination, VASCO DA GAMA on Day 3 at 2:50 AM, covering a total distance of 1,265 km in 26 hours 55 minutes, with 26 intermediate scheduled stops.
Train 17316 Velankanni - Vasco-Da-Gama Weekly Express runs on Tuesday and offers travel classes 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN. The train is operated by the Tiruchchirappalli division of the Southern Railway zone of Indian Railways.
Train Route and Timetable
| Stop | Station code | Station name | Journey day | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VLNK | VELLANKANNI | Day 1 | Source | 23:55 | 0 km | |
| 2 | NGT | NAGAPPATTINAM JN | Day 2 | 00:10 | 00:20 | 10 min | 10 km |
| 3 | TVR | THIRUVARUR JN | Day 2 | 00:53 | 00:55 | 2 min | 33 km |
| 4 | TJ | THANJAVUR JN | Day 2 | 01:48 | 01:50 | 2 min | 88 km |
| 5 | TPJ | TIRUCHCHIRAPPALLI JN | Day 2 | 03:00 | 03:10 | 10 min | 138 km |
| 6 | KRR | KARUR JN | Day 2 | 04:23 | 04:25 | 2 min | 214 km |
| 7 | ED | ERODE JN | Day 2 | 06:15 | 06:25 | 10 min | 279 km |
| 8 | SA | SALEM JN | Day 2 | 07:17 | 07:20 | 3 min | 339 km |
| 9 | KPN | KUPPAM | Day 2 | 09:33 | 09:35 | 2 min | 497 km |
| 10 | BWT | BANGARAPET JN | Day 2 | 10:00 | 10:05 | 5 min | 529 km |
| 11 | KJM | KRISHNARAJAPURM | Day 2 | 10:48 | 10:50 | 2 min | 585 km |
| 12 | BAND | BANASWADI | Day 2 | 11:43 | 11:45 | 2 min | 595 km |
| 13 | BAW | CHIK BANAVAR | Day 2 | 12:34 | 12:35 | 1 min | 614 km |
| 14 | TK | TUMKUR | Day 2 | 13:15 | 13:17 | 2 min | 671 km |
| 15 | TTR | TIPTUR | Day 2 | 14:11 | 14:13 | 2 min | 741 km |
| 16 | ASK | ARSIKERE JN | Day 2 | 14:33 | 14:38 | 5 min | 766 km |
| 17 | RRB | BIRUR JN | Day 2 | 15:13 | 15:15 | 2 min | 811 km |
| 18 | DVG | DAVANGERE | Day 2 | 16:30 | 16:32 | 2 min | 926 km |
| 19 | RNR | RANIBENNUR | Day 2 | 17:03 | 17:05 | 2 min | 962 km |
| 20 | HVR | HAVERI | Day 2 | 17:25 | 17:27 | 2 min | 994 km |
| 21 | UBL | SSS HUBBALLI JN | Day 2 | 19:10 | 19:20 | 10 min | 1,070 km |
| 22 | DWR | DHARWAR | Day 2 | 19:43 | 19:45 | 2 min | 1,090 km |
| 23 | LD | LONDA JN | Day 2 | 21:38 | 21:40 | 2 min | 1,160 km |
| 24 | CLR | CASTLE ROCK | Day 2 | 22:25 | 22:30 | 5 min | 1,180 km |
| 25 | QLM | KULEM | Day 3 | 00:05 | 00:10 | 5 min | 1,207 km |
| 26 | SVM | SANVORDEM (KUDCHADE) | Day 3 | 00:34 | 00:35 | 1 min | 1,225 km |
| 27 | MAO | MADGAON JN | Day 3 | 01:30 | 01:35 | 5 min | 1,240 km |
| 28 | VSG | VASCO DA GAMA | Day 3 | 02:50 | Destination | 1,265 km |
Train 17316 Velankanni - Vasco-Da-Gama Weekly Express starts its journey from VELLANKANNI and terminates at VASCO DA GAMA. The scheduled station sequence is: VELLANKANNI, NAGAPPATTINAM JN, THIRUVARUR JN, THANJAVUR JN, TIRUCHCHIRAPPALLI JN, KARUR JN, ERODE JN, SALEM JN, KUPPAM, BANGARAPET JN, KRISHNARAJAPURM, BANASWADI, CHIK BANAVAR, TUMKUR, TIPTUR, ARSIKERE JN, BIRUR JN, DAVANGERE, RANIBENNUR, HAVERI, SSS HUBBALLI JN, DHARWAR, LONDA JN, CASTLE ROCK, KULEM, SANVORDEM (KUDCHADE), MADGAON JN, VASCO DA GAMA.
Coach Position and Composition
17316 Velankanni - Vasco-Da-Gama Weekly Express indicative coach position
Locomotive: ENG / LOCO (shown separately from coach numbering).
- Position 01SLRD
- Position 02GEN
- Position 03GEN
- Position 04S1
- Position 05S2
- Position 06S3
- Position 07S4
- Position 08S5
- Position 09S6
- Position 10S7
- Position 11S8
- Position 12B1
- Position 13B2
- Position 14M1
- Position 15M2
- Position 16M3
- Position 17A1
- Position 18GEN
- Position 19GEN
- Position 20EOG
| Coach position | Coach code |
|---|---|
| 01 | SLRD |
| 02 | GEN |
| 03 | GEN |
| 04 | S1 |
| 05 | S2 |
| 06 | S3 |
| 07 | S4 |
| 08 | S5 |
| 09 | S6 |
| 10 | S7 |
| 11 | S8 |
| 12 | B1 |
| 13 | B2 |
| 14 | M1 |
| 15 | M2 |
| 16 | M3 |
| 17 | A1 |
| 18 | GEN |
| 19 | GEN |
| 20 | EOG |
Note: The coach position may change due to various circumstances.
Train Fare and Ticket Prices
Estimated class-wise fares for 17316 Velankanni - Vasco-Da-Gama Weekly Express in Indian Rupees (INR)
| Class | Available fare details |
|---|---|
| 2AAC 2 Tier |
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| 3AAC 3 Tier |
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| 3EAC 3 Economy |
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| SLSleeper |
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| GNGeneral |
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Actual booking prices may vary depending on the date of journey, availability, quota, applicable charges and railway updates. Verify the current fare through official Indian Railways booking channels before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does this train depart from its originating station?
Train 17316 Velankanni - Vasco-Da-Gama Weekly Express departs from VELLANKANNI at 11:55 PM.
What is the final destination of this train?
Train 17316 Velankanni - Vasco-Da-Gama Weekly Express terminates at VASCO DA GAMA (VSG).
What is the coach position of this train?
Train 17316 Velankanni - Vasco-Da-Gama Weekly Express has the following coach composition: ENG-SLRD-GEN-GEN-S1-S2-S3-S4-S5-S6-S7-S8-B1-B2-M1-M2-M3-A1-GEN-GEN-EOG.
What is the total travel distance of this train?
Train 17316 Velankanni - Vasco-Da-Gama Weekly Express covers a total distance of 1,265 km.
On which days does this train operate?
Train 17316 Velankanni - Vasco-Da-Gama Weekly Express operates on Tuesday.
How many stations does this train stop at along its route?
Train 17316 Velankanni - Vasco-Da-Gama Weekly Express has 26 intermediate scheduled stops between its originating and terminating stations.
Which travel classes are available on this train?
Train 17316 Velankanni - Vasco-Da-Gama Weekly Express offers the following travel classes: 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, GEN.